And yet, this book is different than any other quilt-book I have. It's not only a collection of quilt patterns, but a huge selection of quilt blocks - 60! - to get your own creative juices flowing. The book is divided into different sections by shape/motif and then includes a bunch of new blocks, plus a couple of patterns using that motif.

Many of the blocks are so unique too - which I think is really hard to do in quilting. Most quilt blocks are variations on variations of things we've seen and used before. This time there is such an amazing assortment of new and different looks.

The other thing I liked is that this book has something for everyone. For beginners, it really is a workshop - teaching basics of piecing, applique, and so on, but there is so much room for growth and there are some fabulous projects and blocks using new techniques and designs. These projects will definitely help your skills improve and push your skills further, even if you are an experienced quilter.

I have a few offerings for you today. One is a free download of a very cool block designed by Brioni Greenberg. (I got the chance to meet Brioni at Market and she was such a lovely person. Plus, she has that wonderful Yorkshire accent - I could have listened to her talk for hours.) CLICK HERE to get the free download pattern and CLICK HERE to get the corresponding Template.

Also, Lark Crafts is giving away a copy of Fat Quarterly Shape Workshop for Quilters to one of you lucky readers. All you need to do is leave one comment on this post. Giveaway open until Saturday, June 30 at midnight MST. I will randomly select a winner.

Winner: bruinbrJune 26, 2012 11:41 AMI totally thought it was a book of patterns! Nice to know it's actually blocks! Fun! Thanks for the giveaway!

I am actually eagerly awaiting my copy of this that I won in another online giveaway however I have a friend who loves quilting too and I know she would adore it. She's recovering from an operation, lost a pet and her husband is out of work right now so it would be nice to cheer her up with this.

The workshop book looks great! Even for someone who has been quilting and sewing for a while, it is always good to get a refresher and sometimes a back to basics book helps you refine your techniques and make something easier!

Hahaha! I'm going to brag to you Amy....I got all four of them to autograph my copy at the FQ Retreat in London!!:) Soooo...you can skip me if I win....or just send me something YOU made! Hahahahaha!! xoxo

I keep trying to muster the courage to try quilting, I even have some washed and pressed charm squares at the ready but I need some more motivation. As if there isn't enough on your blog!!!!! Maybe this would push me over the edge.

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